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Chicken Tikka Masala

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Chicken tikka masala is a culinary delight that combines tender chicken marinated in aromatic spices with a rich, creamy sauce that tantalizes your taste buds. This easy-to-make recipe is perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions, offering a vibrant dish that’s sure to impress family and friends. With its customizable spice levels and fantastic leftover flavor, you’ll want to whip up this classic Indian dish again and again.

  • Total Time: 1 hour
  • Yield: Serves 4

Ingredients

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  • 34 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
  • 1 cup plain Greek yogurt
  • 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
  • 1 inch fresh ginger, grated
  • 2 tsp cumin
  • 2 tsp coriander
  • 2 tsp garam masala
  • Salt & pepper to taste
  • 1 can (14 oz) crushed tomatoes
  • 1 cup coconut milk or heavy cream
  • Fresh cilantro for garnish

Instructions

  1. Marinate the Chicken: In a bowl, mix yogurt, garlic, ginger, cumin, coriander, garam masala, salt, and pepper. Add chicken pieces and coat well. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
  2. Sear the Chicken: Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add marinated chicken in batches until golden brown on all sides (5-7 minutes).
  3. Create the Sauce: In the same skillet, cook onions until translucent (3-4 minutes). Stir in crushed tomatoes and simmer for 10 minutes.
  4. Add Creaminess: Pour coconut milk or heavy cream into the sauce along with any additional spices. Return chicken to the skillet and simmer for another 10 minutes.
  5. Garnish & Serve: Remove from heat and garnish with cilantro. Serve over basmati rice or warm naan bread.
  • Author: James
  • Prep Time: 30 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Main
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Indian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
  • Calories: 390
  • Sugar: 6g
  • Sodium: 600mg
  • Fat: 24g
  • Saturated Fat: 14g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 12g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 30g
  • Cholesterol: 85mg